Guiding Questions:
1) The article highlights the importance of explaining the theory and concepts after the lab. However, should students be taught key terms such as independent variable, dependent variable, control before the lab?
2) How can we keep marking consistent between different types of inquiry labs?
3) Are inquiry labs suitable for everyone? Will we end up with the high-achievers doing all the work?
Rethinking Laboratories
Guiding Questions:
1) The article highlights the importance of explaining the theory and concepts after the lab. However, should students be taught key terms such as independent variable, dependent variable, control before the lab?
2) How can we keep marking consistent between different types of inquiry labs?
3) Are inquiry labs suitable for everyone? Will we end up with the high-achievers doing all the work?